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V678 GTC

1999 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests31 (21 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate67.7%

Mileage

48,140 mi
Last recorded48,140 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 MG Mgf62,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV678 GTC
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 10 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 48,140 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside & offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2025 48,140 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside & offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 45,129 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2024 45,129 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 44,908 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2023 44,908 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 44,247 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 44,245 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 43,820 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 43,481 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 42,722 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 42,162 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Nov 2018 42,162 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 41,428 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 41,427 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 40,946 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Nov 2016 40,943 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 40,415 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 40,415 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 39,823 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 38,278 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 36,726 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 34,634 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 32,492 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 32,492 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 29,621 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Nov 2008 27,572 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 23,921 miles

n/s headlamp image

Pass 6 Nov 2006 21,263 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 18,301 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2005 18,301 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the MG Mgf?

Based on 546,238 MOT tests across 40,565 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
2,116
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
40,565
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37,610
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 32,964
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,147
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 23,285
Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,602
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V678 GTC is a 1999 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.7%.

Across all 1999 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 62,191 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 37,610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V678 GTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgf typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 27 years old, this MG Mgf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V678 GTC registered?

V678 GTC is a 1999 MG Mgf, first registered on 23 November 1999.

Is V678 GTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V678 GTC shows 31 tests with a 67.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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